Town have confirmed that musical legend Neil Diamond will be appearing in concert at Portman Road on May 26, 2005.

The American singer will be the second worldwide recognised act to appear at the stadium next summer with rock giants R.E.M. in action in July.

Diamond was the highest earning solo artist during the 1990s and his 461 gigs during the decade were watched by over four million people.

Neil Diamond - live at Portman Road

His hits have included Song, Sung Blue, Sweet Caroline, Hello Again, Red, Red Wine. Cracklin' Rosie and Kentucky Woman.

"Neil Diamond is a music legend, has universal appeal and only last month sold out his 2005 venues in Australia and New Zealand in a matter of minutes," says Town's Sales and Marketing Director, Andrew Goulborn.

"Ipswich Town Football Club is one of only four outdoor venues to be played by Neil Diamond in the UK and we know that demand will be high, with tickets available from just £35 plus booking fee.

"So the message is clear - make sure you don't miss out on an awesome night with a world superstar at Portman Road and book your tickets now."

Tickets for this major event at the No.1 entertainment venue for Suffolk go on sale at 9.00am on Friday, October 22, priced from just £35 (plus booking fee) by telephone on 0870 405 0447 or 0870 145 1114 or online at: www.seetickets.com or www.ticketmaster.co.uk .  Click here for the Stadium Seating Plan.

The Club has provided a stand-alone line for customers with special needs - 01473 400555. Corporate and individual hospitality packages may be booked directly through the Club on 01473 400864/400052/400594.